http://www.engineeringtalk.com/indexes/categorybrowsesc.html Loadcells, Force Sensors and Torque Sensors latest news on Engineeringtalk en-gb Copyright (C)2008 Pro-Talk Ltd. All rights reserved. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT http://www.pro-talk.com/images/protalklogo90.gif http://www.pro-talk.com/ 90 79 A TorqSense transducer with an RS232 output opened up the potential for foolproof, robust yet sensitive calibration when Chris Turner of 1st Pass came to design a test rig recently. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/set/set140.html The MTA505 tri-axial load cell offers an excellent solution for measuring Mx, My and Fz loads. Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Futek Advanced Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fua/fua114.html Torque flange promises consistently reliable measurement results in test benches and in process monitoring at an optimal price. Fri, 22 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm246.html Box features an integrated resistor network for precise off-centre load compensation in scales. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm245.html Both the budget priced RLU and the Model 41 loadcells use the well-proven pancake design, and are suitable for a wide range of industrial, testing and research applications. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT RDP Electronics http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/rdp/rdp221.html The Road Guardian weighpad allows commercial vehicle operators to assess the loading of vehicles accurately while on site, or remotely in the field. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Vishay PM Onboard http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/vpw/vpw103.html Steering wheel torque sensor fits in place of a standard steering coupler to measure the driver-applied torque on the system. Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Techmor http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/tsz/tsz104.html High sensitivity and small size simplifies the accurate monitoring of very small forces in complex, precision assemblies. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Kistler Instruments http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/kis/kis207.html The latest additions to the Torqsense range feature a two-piece design, so that the compact head can be fitted into even the smallest of spaces. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/set/set139.html With most machines driven through a rotating shaft, torque monitoring can identify problems before they become critical, as Tony Ingham of Sensor Technology explains. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/set/set138.html The BU18 build-up system was developed to measure or calibrate large compressive forces as a smaller and less expensive alternative to existing direct loading machines. Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm243.html The digiClip amplifier continuously identifies and eliminates manufacturing problems with high accuracy. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm242.html The MX1609 module provides synchronous, parallel measurement with integrated cold junction compensation and supports the widely-used type-K thermocouples (NiCr-Ni). Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm240.html Futek's PMP300 pressure sensor has an all stainless steel welded measuring cell, which eliminates the need for a soft sealing material that may deteriorate over time. Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Futek Advanced Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fua/fua113.html The Zemic loadcell range covers capacities from a few hundred grams to around 500 tons, with over fifty families of single-point, compression, S-type, shear beam and spoke-type load cells. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Variohm Eurosensor http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/var/var163.html With its low deflection and high natural frequency, the DDEN is particularly well suited to cable tension monitoring, marine and offshore applications, mooring lines and material testing. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Applied Measurements http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/app/app135.html The FreightWeigh system uses transducers fitted to the vehicle's suspension to measure loading at key points and transmit the data wirelessly to a handheld device. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Vishay PM Onboard http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/vpw/vpw102.html TorqSense is as a plug-and-play digital torque sensor, which interrogates and analyses a radio signal from a miniature piezo electric detector on the rotating shaft being monitored. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/set/set137.html When an uneven load distribution occurs, the Vishay TipWatch system sounds an alarm and displays a warning on the 'in-cab' weighing system indicator. Wed, 28 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Vishay PM Onboard http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/vpw/vpw101.html Futek plans on phasing out the 1.0mV/V standards over the next 18 months, making the 2.0mV/V output a standard. Thu, 22 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Futek Advanced Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fua/fua112.html Compact rotary torque transducers are easy to install and include integrated instrumentation amplification electronics. Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 UT RDP Electronics http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/rdp/rdp215.html Novel device is designed to measure the reaction forces exerted on a motor's housing. Wed, 14 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Developments http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/spm/spm117.html The Danaher Motion Torque Feedback Device (TFD) delivers the performance and maintenance benefits of electric or steer-by-wire systems, with the tactile response of a hydraulic system. Tue, 13 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Danaher Motion http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/tho/tho246.html The Type 4503A dual-range sensor has a peak range and a second, lower range with resolution to provide accurate measurement of the operating torque. Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Kistler Instruments http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/kis/kis201.html The RLW compression loadcell is easy to attach and offers good stability over temperature and in the long term. Thu, 01 May 2008 08:00:00 UT RDP Electronics http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/rdp/rdp214.html Futek used Pressurex to help redesign several of its clamps to incorporate silicone die springs to regulate the pressure more precisely. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Products http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/seb/seb133.html The RS420 torque sensor is a key part of a system designed to monitor, analyse and help understand how noise, vibration and harshness affects drivetrain systems. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT Datum Electronics http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/dum/dum121.html Information days and workshops offer the opportunity to gain practical experience with HBM products. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT HBM UK http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/hbm/hbm239.html Elektro Magnetix (EMX) of Brighton developed and tested the motor-generator for Lotus Engineering's EVE (Efficient, Viable, Environmental) Hybrid. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT Sensor Technology http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/set/set136.html An accurate and reliable real-time measurement of the mixing viscosity has often been a missing element in the process control loop. Thu, 10 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT Datum Electronics http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/dum/dum120.html